Question

which scenario most likely requires attention from a mental health professional?
ian feels sad for a few days after a significant event.
lucy feels anxious before a big test and has difficulty sleeping
david feels sad for a long period, even when something good happens.
olivia feels angry at and refuses to speak to a friend who betrayed her.

Explanation:

• Ian's sadness after a significant event is a normal short - term emotional response.
• Lucy's anxiety before a big test is a common stress - related reaction, and difficulty sleeping in this context is also a typical stress response.
• Olivia's anger and refusal to speak to a friend who betrayed her is a normal emotional reaction to a betrayal.
• David's long - term sadness, even when good things happen, may indicate a more serious mental health issue like depression, which would likely require the attention of a mental health professional.

Answer:

C. David feels sad for a long period, even when something good happens.